Tim Alcorn

Tim Alcorn, Head of Investment Risk for Baillie Gifford, discusses insightful lessons from Professor Hendrik Bessembinder's research. He emphasizes how a small number of companies account for most long-term gains, urging investors to focus on nurturing successful investments. Alcorn highlights key strategies that separate top performers like Apple and Amazon from the rest, including R&D and understanding market dynamics. He also stresses the necessity of building connections with company leaders to better assess potential for success and manage investment risks.